N. Oregon Coast August Preview: Events in Tillamook County, Manzanita, Pacific City

Published
07/24/2013

(Manzanita, Oregon) – The fun never stops in Tillamook County in August. This part of the north Oregon coast includes Tillamook Bay towns of Tillamook and Garibaldi, and the Nehalem Bay area villages of Manzanita, Rockaway Beach, Nehalem and Wheeler – and tons of fun keeps happening here through the month. Late summer here means lots of family fun and kicking back on the beach, but also bundles of wine, music, outdoor events, some theater, and then there is Labor Day Weekend to think about.

August 17. Tillamook Bay Run. Choose from a 10k trail run or 5k trail run/walk. Afterwards enjoy entertainment and food. Bayocean Spit, just west of Tillamook off Third Street. Tillamook, Oregon. 503-842-7525.

August 17. “A Step Back in Time” Railroad and Museum discount pass. Enjoy a day of visiting the Tillamook Pioneer Museum, the Garibaldi Museum, the Latimer Quilt & Textile Center, plus a ride on the Oregon Coast Train, all for $15. The Tillamook Naval Air Museum will also offer a buy one ticket, get one half off deal. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tillamook, Oregon. 503-322-8411.

Every Tuesday and Thursday. Clay Art Open Studio. Artists of all ages who are interested in working with clay are encouraged to visit. Tuesday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday 5-8 p.m. Hoffman Center. 594 Laneda Ave. Manzanita, Oregon. 503-368-3846. www.hoffmancentermanzanita.org.

Every Sunday. Life Drawing. This is an opportunity to practice drawing the human figure with a live model in a supportive and engaged atmosphere. The studio fee is $15 for the three hours and any experience level can join in. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Hoffman House Studios Drawing Room. 594 Laneda Ave. Manzanita, Oregon. 503-368-3846. www.hoffmancentermanzanita.org.

August 10, 24. Special Clay Art Open Studio. Artists of all ages who are interested in working with clay are encouraged to visit. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Hoffman Center. 594 Laneda Ave. Manzanita, Oregon. 503-368-3846. www.hoffmancentermanzanita.org.